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1112 MW Musculoskeletal Anatomy 50 hours/ 5.0 credits
Musculoskeletal anatomy will be considered both with lecture and with the Anatomikens. Students will have a strong understanding of the structure of the body.
1108 MW Anatomy and Physiology I 30 hours/ 3.0 credits
This course will serve as an introduction to the basic principles of human structure and function and includes chemical organization, cell anatomy & physiology, histology with additional emphasis on bone tissue, and the integumentary system.
(Prerequisite: None)
1109 MW Anatomy and Physiology II 50 hours/ 5.0 credits
The principles of human structure and function will continue to be explored in this course with special emphasis on muscle tissue, and the central and peripheral nervous systems. Topics will include spinal cord & spinal nerves, brain & cranial nerves, sensory & motor tracts, and the autonomic nervous system.
(Prerequisite: None)
1209 MW Anatomy and Physiology III 50 hours/ 5.0 credits
This course will begin with a study of the special senses and the endocrine system. The remainder of the course will be a focused study of the cardiovascular system consisting of the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
(Prerequisite: 1108 & 1109 )
1210 MW Anatomy and Physiology IV 30 hours/ 3.0 credits
The final course of this series will explore the structures and functions of the lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, and urinary system. An emphasis on the interrelationship between these systems and the others will also be examined.
(Prerequisite: 1108, 1109 & 1209 MW)
1211 MW Anatomy and Physiology Review 48 hours/ 4.8 credits
This course will provide students with a review of the principles of the structure and function of the human body. Each of the major body systems will also be reviewed in preparation for a final anatomy & physiology exam and for state licensure.
(Prerequisite: 1112 MW, 1108 & 1109 &, 1209 MW)
1203 MW Anatomical Kinesiology 40 hours/ 4.0 credits
This practical “hands-on” course is a continuation of 1112 MW. Basic anatomy of the skeletal and muscular systems will be reviewed and the students will work to improve their palpatory skills in identifying bony landmarks, connective tissue, and muscular structures. This knowledge will allow the students to relate to human movement in “real life” and have the ability to analyze this movement. In the final part of this course, ROM assessments and different types of stretches will be considered.
(Prerequisite: 1112 MW)
1212 MW Pathology for Massage Therapists 35 hours/ 3.5 credits
Pathology is the study of the cause and nature of disease as related to the structure and function of the body. This course will help familiarize students with the various pathologies that they might encounter in student clinic and their massage practice. A basic understanding of these pathologies are essential for the therapist to determine when massage treatment is indicated or contraindicated and to be able to knowledgeably choose effective massage techniques.
(Prerequisite: 1112 MW)
1107 AT Asian Bodywork - Basic Theory 30 hours/ 3.0 credits
This course systematically presents the basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Yin/Yang Theory and Five Element Theory as well as their application, Qi, blood, body fluids, essence and Shen, Zang Fu organs and their physiological and pathological relations are discussed. An introduction of other Asian Theories will also be presented.
(Prerequisite: None)
1106 MT Professional Development and Ethics 36 hours/ 3.6 credit
Students will participate in group building exercises. Students who are comfortable with others in their group, learn more easily. Communications skills will be practiced, ethics of our profession will be explored, and successful study skills will be covered.
(Prerequisite: None)
1104 MT Swedish Massage Therapy Technique 60 hours/ 3.6 credits
Students will practice the basic procedures of Swedish Massage,
then begin to put them together into protocols for the
various parts of the body. Students will learn didactic protocols
for a general therapeutic Swedish massage and will develop their
own approach for a general full body therapeutic massage. Communications
and tableside manner will be equally important in their success
with their massage.
1108 MT Swedish Massage Therapy Theory 30 hours/ 3.0 credits
The scientific theory of therapeutic Swedish Massage will be covered,
including physiological effects, therapeutic applications,
special regions and modern research results will be surveyed.
1111 MT A Professional Practice and Business 56 hours/ 5.6 credits
1111 MT B Professional Practice and Business 18 hours/ 1.8 credits
1111 MT AA Professional Practice and Business 28 hours/ 2.8 credits
1111 MT BB Professional Practice and Business 28 hours/ 2.8 credits
Key business, finance, law and marketing concepts and techniques will be explored as the student develops a business plan for making their ideas a reality.
(Prerequisite: None)
1201 MT Limited Branch Review 16 hours/ 1.6 credits
The review of the theory of therapeutic Swedish massage, pathology, hygiene, hydrotherapy, ethics and law will be reconsidered in preparation for the state licensure exam.
(Prerequisite: 1106 MT, 1108 MT)
1202 MT Neuromuscular Therapy Plus 100 hours/ 6.2 credits
This class begins with research on working effectively with muscle, connective tissue, and joint play. Postural assessment techniques and how to release and restore full range of motion to every muscle in the body are covered. Techniques include neuromuscular massage, positional release, and myofascial release.
(Prerequisite: 1112 MW)
For the part-time program students, this content is divided into two courses, titled (1202 MTA and 1202 MTB) with separate grades for each course.
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